Meet the Chief Judge

Lyn is thrilled to welcome competitors and officials to the new Auburndale Championship Event Lake in Florida, purposefully built for waterskiing, it is the perfect venue to host the 23rd IWWF World Barefoot Waterskiing Championships. This state-of-the-art venue promises optimal conditions for athletes to showcase their skills. Lyn and the organizing team have worked tirelessly to ensure a top-notch event, promising spectators an unforgettable experience with thrilling performances. With a wealth of experience in officiating Barefoot tournaments and a notable role as the Chair of the Oceania Officials Committee, Lyn’s leadership and dedication to the sport are evident. Her extensive involvement in key championships underscores her expertise. Selected as the Chief Judge for the 23rd IWWF World Barefoot Waterskiing Championships, Lyn aims to deliver an event of the highest standard, prioritizing accuracy and fairness to uphold the integrity of the sport.

Intent to Enter
Congratulations on your selection as an Official for the 2024 IWWF Open, U23 and Junior World Barefoot Water Ski Championship! Please submit your Official Intent to Enter by APRIL 30TH.
We look forward to your arrival to Central Florida’s Water Ski Capital of the World!
2024 IWWF World Barefoot Championships
LEAD OFFICIALS

H Fry
Chief Safety Director
United States

Robbie Groen
Tournament Director
New Zealand

Andrea Formella
Assistant Chief Judge
United States

Ruth Molford
Assistant Chief Scorer
Australia

Paul Turner
Homologator
United Kingdom

Mark Shank
Chief Scorer
United States

Richard Gray
Official Chief Driver
Canada

Max Adams
Chief Video
United States

Claire Mowday
Secretary to the Chief Judge
New Zealand

Chuck Bender
Assistant Safety Director
United States
DRIVERS

Gary Keen
Driver
Australia

Ron Meeks
Driver
United States

Danny Gathercole
Driver
Australia

Jim Forster
Reserve Driver
United States
JUDGES

Andy Harris
Judge
United Kingdom

Ludo Vrancx
Judge
Belgium

Joe Knapp
Judge
United States

Lee Stone
Judge
United States

Gerdy Bongaerts
Judge
Belgium

Jodie Duncan
Judge
Australia

Peter Franks
Judge
Australia

Mike Molepske
Judge
United States

Peter Roberts
Australia
Judge

Stuart Ball
Judge
Australia

Jodie Kelly
Scorer
New Zealand


